Dental Fiberglass Posts Market Size, Share, and Industry Analysis, By Design (Tapered and Non-Tapered), By Resin (Epoxy and Bis-GMA), By Application (General Dentistry, Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, Endodontics, Orthodontics, and Others), By End User (Solo Practices, DSO/ Group Practices, and Others), and Regional Forecast 2025-2032

The global dental fiberglass posts market is witnessing significant growth owing to the increasing prevalence of dental disorders, resulting in a growing number of dental procedures in healthcare settings globally. Dental fiberglass posts are used to restore teeth that have lost a significant amount of structure due to several factors, such as decay, large cavities, trauma, and others.

• According to the 2022 article published by the World Health Organization (WHO), it was estimated that approximately 3.5 billion people are affected by oral diseases globally.

Dental Fiberglass Posts Market Driver

Increasing Prevalence of Dental Disorders to Drive the Market Growth

The increasing prevalence of dental disorders, including periodontitis, tooth decay, gingivitis, and others resulting in tooth loss among patients, is augmenting the demand for dental fiberglass posts in the market. This, along with the rising number of product launches for these dental fiberglass posts, is likely to support the growing adoption of these products in the market.

• According to the 2024 article published by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), in the U.S., it was reported that about 1 in 2 men and 1 in 3 women aged 30 years or older had some level of periodontitis.

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Dental Fiberglass Posts Market Restraint

High Costs Associated with Dental Procedures to Hinder Market Growth

There is an increasing benefit of dental fiberglass posts, including durability, amongst others, for the restoration of teeth among patients. However, the rising costs associated with dental procedures is likely to limit their adoption in the market.

• According to the 2023 statistics published by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), in the U.S., dental care costs about USD 124 billion each year among patients.

Dental Fiberglass Posts Market Opportunity

Integration of Novel Technologies to Provide Avenue for Market Growth

There is an increasing prevalence of dental disorders such as gingivitis and others, resulting in the rising focus of key players toward the integration of CAD/CAM technologies to design and manufacture innovative products in the market, further boosting the growth of the market globally.

• According to the 2022 article published by the National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI), the integration of CAD/CAM technology in glass fiber posts demonstrated positive behaviors, including bond strength, adaptation, and others, as compared to other materials.

Segmentation

Key Insights

The report covers the following key insights:

• Prevalence of Key Dental Disorders, Key Countries/Regions, 2024
• Technological Advancements in Dental Fiberglass Posts
• Key Industry Developments - Mergers, Acquisitions, Partnerships
• Impact of COVID-19 on the Market

Analysis by Design

By design, the market is divided into tapered and non-tapered.

The tapered segment held the majority of the share in 2023. The growing benefits of tapered design, including elasticity, resistance to corrosion, and light transmission, among others, are likely to support the growing adoption, further supporting the growth of the segment in the market.

• According to a 2022 article published by The Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry, it was reported that the overall survival rate for glass fiber posts was 92.8% among the patient population. This, along with increasing benefits for tapered design such as elasticity and flexibility, among others, further supports the adoption rate for these products in the market.

Analysis by Resin

By resin, the market is divided into epoxy and Bis-GMA.

The epoxy segment accounted for a prominent proportion of the market share in 2023. The segmental growth is due to the growing benefits of epoxy resin-based dental fiberglass posts, resulting in the rising focus of key players toward the research and development activities to launch innovative epoxy resin-based products, further supporting the segmental growth in the market.

• According to the 2023 data published in the Saudi Endodontic Journal, the epoxy resin-based sealer had an adaptation score of 81.25%, referring to the goodness of the material. Thus, the benefits of the material are likely to drive the focus of key players toward the development of these products in the market.

Analysis by Application

By application, the market is divided into general dentistry, oral & maxillofacial surgery, endodontics, orthodontics, and others.

The general dentistry segment accounted for a major segment in the market in 2023. The segmental growth is due to the rising focus on oral care procedures such as tooth bridges and dental fillings, among others, which is supporting the growing demand for these glass fiber posts globally, thus contributing to the growth of the segment.

• According to 2024 statistics published by the Journal of American Dental Association, approximately 175 million dental filling procedures are completed each year in the U.S.

Analysis by End User

By end user, the market is divided into solo practices, DSO/ group practices, and others. The solo practices segment dominated the market in 2023. The growth is owing to the growing number of solo practitioners offering dental procedures, further supporting the rising demand for dental fiberglass posts globally.

• According to a 2023 ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE SURVEY, it was reported that about 68% of orthodontists practice solo. Thus, the increasing number of solo practitioners is further likely to support the number of dental procedures, thus boosting the demand for dental fiberglass posts globally.

Regional Analysis

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In terms of geography, the global market is segmented into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and the Middle East & Africa.

North America accounted for the largest share of the global dental fiberglass posts market in 2023. The growth is owing to several factors, including the growing prevalence of dental disorders resulting in a surge in the number of procedures, developed healthcare infrastructure, increasing R&D activities, among others.

• According to 2023 statistics published by the American Dental Association (ADA), it was reported that about six million patients received orthodontic treatment in the U.S. Thus, the growing number of dental procedures among the patient population is also likely to boost the demand for these products in the North America market.

Additionally, Europe is the second-largest market for dental fiberglass posts. The rising focus of key players toward inorganic growth strategies such as acquisitions and mergers, expansions, among others, to widen their product portfolio for dental fiberglass posts are some of the factors contributing to the growth of the market in the region.

On the other hand, the Asia Pacific region is also expected to grow with a considerable CAGR during the forecast period. Increasing investment in technology among dentists and an increasing number of key players focusing on R&D activities, among others, are some of the factors contributing to the growth of the market in the region.

Key Players Covered

The global dental fiberglass posts market is fragmented, with many players, including 3M, Dentsply Sirona, and Abrasive Technology, among others, present in the global market.

The report includes the profiles of the following key players:

• Harald Nordin SA (Switzerland)
• 3M (U.S.)
• Abrasive Technology (U.S.)
• Dentsply Sirona (U.S.)
• COLTENE Group (Switzerland)
• Dentatus (Sweden)
• Ivoclar Vivadent (Liechtenstein)
• DMG Dental-Material GmbH (Germany)
• Angelus Indústria de Produtos Odontológicos S/A (Brazil)

Key Industry Developments

• In January 2023, Heartland Dental announced a collaboration with the American Dental Hygienists' Association (ADHA) to promote dental care through student and professional education programs and events. Thus, a growing number of collaborations and mergers among the other players to promote dental care is likely to support the growing number of dental procedures, and further demand for dental fiberglass posts in the market.
• In July 2022, Heartland Dental announced a strategic investment in 123Dentist, with an aim to support the growing patient population suffering from dental disorders. The increasing number of acquisitions and mergers is likely to boost awareness about dental procedures, thus supporting the demand for dental fiberglass posts in the market.
• In March 2017, Dentsply Sirona acquired Recherche Techniques Dentaires (RTD), an endodontic post-manufacturer, with the aim of increasing its brand presence in the market.
• In February 2016, 3M launched RelyX Fiber Post 3D glass fiber posts with the aim of strengthening its product portfolio.